Category Archives: The First Shot

By Andrea Miller, Maryland CMP State Director
Elizabeth Bark started shooting in September of 2010, starting with smallbore. When she started with air rifle in October 2010, she was hooked on competitive shooting. Once she became involved in competitive shooting, she made her first goals: 1) To make the Maryland State Sporter Team for CMP, JO...

By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer
For over a decade, the CMP Junior Air Rifle Camps have been a popular destination for junior marksmen during the summer. High-school age (9-12 grade) athletes learn intermediate and advanced air rifle marksmanship skills through various exercises and demonstrations. Throughout the course of the camp, juniors learn tips for both the...

By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer
The Civilian Marksmanship Program’s newly added Monthly Match League has now completed its fourth month, allowing some of its leading competitors to surface.
Monthly Matches were held at the South CMP Marksmanship Center in Anniston, AL, as well as the Gary Anderson CMP Marksmanship Center at Camp Perry, OH, in March, April,...

ANNISTON, AL – The Civilian Marksmanship Program is mourning the passing of a friend and legal counsel, Michael Saporito, 76, of Winter Springs, Florida. Mr. Saporito passed away on September 3, 2014 after a brief illness.
"We are deeply saddened by the loss of our attorney and colleague. Mike knew the firearms safety business, understood and...

Since the beginning, the Civilian Marksmanship Program has dedicated itself to providing safety education and presenting gun enthusiasts of all disciplines with venues to learn and grow in marksmanship. Over the years, the organization has proudly developed new and innovative ways to offer these individuals with the best opportunities available.
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Whether curious about how to get involved in competitions, where to find a local club or clinic, how to buy some equipment of your own, or if you just want to learn more about the CMP – you’ve come to the right place!

About the Civilian Marksmanship Program

The mission of the Civilian Marksmanship Program is to Promote Firearm Safety and Marksmanship Training With an Emphasis on Youth.
Our Vision is That Every Youth in America Has the Opportunity to Participate in Firearm Safety and Marksmanship Programs.